ACETONE
LOCAL SALES SPECIFICATION,
PRODUCT INFORMATION AND
SAFETY DATA SHEET
SPECIFICATION
PROPERTIES
UNITS
LIMITS
TEST METHOD
Acetone Content
Mass %
99,5 min
GC
Water Content
Mass %
0,5 max
ASTM D1364
OTHER PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
PROPERTIES
UNITS
TYPICAL VALUES
TEST METHOD
Ethanol Content
Mass %
Less than 0,1
GC
n-Propanol Content
Mass %
Less than 0,1
GC
Distillation at 101,3 kPa
Initial Boiling Point
Dry Point
Deg. Celsius
Deg. Celsius
55,5
57,0
ASTM D1078
Density at 20°C
Kg/l
0,789 – 0,793
ASTM D1298
Acidity as CH COOH
Mg/kg
14
ASTM D1613
Residue on evaporation
Mg/kg
Less than 10
ASTM D1353
Permanganate test at 25°C
Minutes
Greater than 120
ASTM D1363
Flash point (Closed cup) at 101,3 kPa
Deg. Celsius
-18
IP 170
Appearance
-
Clear, colourless and free
from suspended matter
Visual
Colour
Hazen
0
ASTM D1209
Director: B. J. Rodd
P1
Hazchem number : 2YE
UN number : 1090
Uses: A solvent in the following applications, lacquers, lacquer thinners, liquid printing inks, nail polish removers, in
the filling of acetylene cylinders, polyester resins, bituminous paints, PVC cloth manufacture, adhesives and
explosives. Used as a raw material for the manufacture of methyl iso-butyl ketone, di acetone alcohol, hexylene
glycol and fine chemicals. Refining of petroleum products and the manufacture of grease.
Director: B. J. Rodd
P2
Product Name
ACETONE
Commercial Product Name
ACETONE
Synonyms
Dimethyl Ketone, Ketone propane, 2-Propanone
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Causes
Symptoms
Emergency and first aid procedures
Inhalation
(Breathing)
Vapour is irritating to mucous
membranes and acts as an
anaesthetic in very high
concentration. Prolonged inhalation
will also cause headache.
If victim is overcome, remove to fresh air and
call a physician, administer artificial respiration
if breathing is irregular or has stopped.
Skin Contact /
Absorption
Prolonged excessive contact
causes defatting of the skin. Not
readily absorbed.
Wash well with soap and water.
Eye Contact
Irritation to eyes caused at
concentrations greater than
500 ppm.
Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15
minutes. In severe cases, obtain medical
attention.
Ingestion (Swallow)
Low order of toxicity, a food additive
permitted in food for human
consumption.
If victim has swallowed large amounts and is
still conscious and not having convulsions,
induce vomiting and obtain medical attention
promptly.
Acute over-exposure
If present in high concentrations,
vapours cause moderate irritation of
the eyes or respiratory system.
Effect is temporary.
Director: B. J. Rodd
P3
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
REACTIVITY DATA
Component
%
Hazard Data
Conditions
contributing to
instability
Can react vigorously with
(nitric acetic acid), (nitric and
sulphuric acid), (sulphuric
acid and potassium
dichromate).
Acetone
99
TLV = 750 ppm
Incompatibility
Not pertinent
Hazardous
decomposition
products
Not pertinent
Conditions
contributing to
hazardous
polymerization
Not pertinent
SPECIAL PROTECTION DATA
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Ventilation
requirements
Area must be well ventilated.
Steps to be taken if
material is released or
spilled:
Respiratory (in detail)
Organic vapour canister or
self-contained breathing
apparatus. (SBCA)
Neutralising chemicals
Not pertinent
Eyes
Safety goggles.
Waste disposal
method
Mop up with plenty of water
and run to waste, diluting
greatly with running water.
Ventilate area well to
evaporate remaining liquid
and dispel vapour
Gloves
Rubber gloves.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
PHYSICAL DATA
Flash Point (Test
Method)
-18°C (Closed cup)
Boiling Point (at
760mm Hg)
56,5°C
Auto-ignition
temperature
465°C
Melting Point (pour pt)
-94,6°C
Flammable limits in air
Lower: 2,6%
Specific gravity (at
0,792 kg/litre
Director: B. J. Rodd
P4
% by Vol
Upper: 12,8%
20°C)
Extinguishing media
Alcohol foam, CO2, dry
chemical.
Vapour pressure (at
40°C)
400mm Hg
Special fire fighting
Procedures
Water in straight hose
stream will scatter and
spread fire and should not
be used.
Vapour density (Air =
1)
2,0
Unusual fire and
explosion hazards
Dangerous, when exposed
to heat or flame. Can react
vigorously with oxidizing
materials
Solubility in H2O
Completely miscible with
water
Appearance and odour
Clear, colourless liquid,
fragrant mintlike odour.
Manufacturers Note:
Although the information contained herein is presented in good faith and is to the best of B&R Products knowledge
true and accurate, it is made for informational purposes only and without any warranty whatsoever. Due to the
special nature of the product and its applications B&R Products does not accept any responsibility or liability
whatsoever which may result from the use of this information.
The information contained herein is not to be construed as a licence to operate under, or a recommendation to
infringe, any existing patents, nor should it be confused with any Governmental or international safety codes.
Director: B. J. Rodd
P5